1. Council Rock School District

2. WHAT IS THE CHALLENGE?

3. WHO IS INVOLVED? Who created the Challenge? http://www.youtube.com/user/CEFYBTC?feature=mhum Who sponsors the Challenge and other YBTC programs in this area? WE DO!

4. WHY PARTICIPATE? Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) education is important! According to the Nation’s Report Card, only 30% of 8 th graders scored at proficient or above in science. Our highly technical and fast-paced world needs scientific innovation.

5. WHY PARTICIPATE? (cont.) Exposes students to the fascinating world of chemistry. Inspire future: o Chemists o Engineers o Industry Leaders o Doctors Community Connection

6. HOW DOES THE CHALLENEGE WORK?

7. THE NATIONAL CHALLENGE

8. WHAT ELSE DO YOU GET TO DO?

9. Other YBTC Programs Essential Elements Professional development workshops Utilizes a 5E inquiry-based model Provides educators - our “essential elements” in education with a framework for using the YBTC programs in their classrooms Activity Guides Hands-on science lessons Utilize common household materials Grades K-4 and 5-8

10. CONTACT INFORMATION Marissa Fuss mfuss@crsd.org Renee Devlin rdevlin@crsd.org Chemical Educational Foundation 1555 Wilson Blvd, Suite 700 Arlington, VA 22209 www.chemed.org Challenge@chemed.org